I have played the saxophone for more than 40 years. One gepliment that I have received consistently over the years is how true and perfect my "tone" has been. For that reason, I would like to pass on the following suggestions to those who are perfecting their craft.
First, it is all about resistance
1. Visualize the wind. I mean, project your breath flowing through the mouthpiece, through the neck, down the base, and out from the bell. When practicing, place an object directly in front of the horn. (the music sheet on the stand will work) Nowimagine the wind of your breath touching the object in front of you.
Warm up practice
2. Start your practice with repetitions of whole notes. Start with holdinglow Bb continuously for at least 2 or 3 measures at a time. Project each note to the object in front of you and imagine your breath actually touching the object. Repeat this process for each note (be sure to include the sharps and flats); proceeding all the way up the scale. Continue for about 30 minutes.
Add more resistance.
Place a rag into the bell of the saxophone and repeat the same process. You will notice that the lowest notes will not play but go through the procedure anyway.
Work your way up the scale as indicated above.
Now begin your normal practice.
Follow this process daily and email me after 3 months and let me know what you think. Watch the improvement in your tone.
Papasseafood
bellzipporah@yahoo.ge
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